Accommodation in Dammam

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Do you intend to move to Dammam? Here is an overview on its accommodation market if you are looking for independent housing.

Stretching over some 800 km², Dammam is the Eastern Province's capital city. It consists of several smaller cities which have hosted thousands of foreigners over the years. Dammam specializes in the petrochemical industry, being Saudi Arabia's biggest oil reserve.

The city has attracted expatriates worldwide, mainly for its amenities, schools and universities, hospitals, etc. As regards its climate, it is rather warm as it is a desert region. You should therefore expect temperatures to rise above 40°C in summer and reach 8°C in winter.

Types of accommodation

Dammam is deemed to be a very dynamic city as many real estate projects are currently ongoing there. These are intended for rental. Nevertheless, companies or sponsors generally provide accommodation for foreign workers. You are more likely to reside in a modern and secure compound. But you can still shift to an independent housing such as a villa or an apartment after some time.

Find accommodation

Word-of-mouth should definitely be your best ally during your accommodation search in Dammam. In fact, you can ask your friends, colleagues, or even your employer, about independent housing units matching your criteria. Make sure, however, to inquire on rent prices beforehand.

You may as well view housing offers on the internet. Once you have chosen your housing unit, you can either contact the owner personally or seek the assistance of the real estate agency in charge of its rental. Note that real-estate agencies are the best resources in terms of accommodation search in Dammam.

Good to know:

Your lease documents will be written in Arabic. Thus, you are advised to request an English translation of the document if you do not know Arabic so that you can understand all the terms and negotiate with the owner.

Finally, you can tour different compounds to inquire about vacant apartments or villas. Obviously, rent prices will be higher, but you will enjoy various amenities as well.

Rents prices

To rent a single bedroom apartment in Dammam, you will need an average of $ 450 per month in the city center and some $ 350. Moreover, a three-bedroom apartment in the city center will cost an average of $ 650 in the city center and around $ 550 in the outskirts.

In residential compounds, rent prices for villas generally turn around $ 4,500 to $ 10,000 per month. For an apartment, you will need around $ 2,500 to $ 6,000 per year.

Note that rent prices in Dammam vary according to the type of accommodation, on the standard, furniture and equipment provided, as well as on facilities attached, etc.

Important:

If you have chosen to shift to an independent housing, relocation procedures and expenses will be your responsibility. However, the owner may request you to produce your employment contract stating your position and salary. He can also request for a security deposit. You will also have to produce your Iqama, that is your resident permit, which is required for several administrative procedures in the country.

Good to know:

You may have to wait for some time before relocating to an independent housing if accommodation if provided in your employment contract. Make sure to have understood all related terms and conditions while signing the contract.

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